1. USAACE Weekly
Family Update
20 May 2011
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Paying Proper Respect – Reveille & Retreat
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Reveille and Retreat are a part of military tradition. Reveille
1 Paying Proper Respect originated in 1812 and was used to muster units or as a means to
– Reveille & Retreat conduct roll call. It also was used to signal sentries to leave off
night challenging; it was not originally intended as honors for the
2 Did you Know? -- flag. Retreat was first used by the French Army and dates back to
Change in Speed the Crusades. The American Army has used this bugle call since
Limits the Revolutionary War. Retreat has always been at sunset and its
original purpose was to notify sentries to start challenging until
3 Relocation Assistance sunrise (which means to “halt” and demand identification) and to
Program tell the rank and file to go to their quarters and stay there.
4 Moving Ranger Today, Reveille and Retreat ceremonies serve a twofold purpose. They signal the beginning
Coloring Book and ending of the official duty day and serve as ceremonies for paying respect to the flag
and those who serve it.
Reveille sounds at 0530 signifying the beginning of the official duty day, and the raising of
the flag. When Reveille sounds, military personnel in uniform are to face the flag or the
music if the flag is not visible, and stand at parade rest. At the first note of "To the Colors",
“”The beginning of they should come to attention and salute until the last note is played. Those within earshot
knowledge is the of the music should immediately stop, get out of their car and salute.
discovery of something
Non-military should face the flag or music and place their hand over their hearts for "To the
we do not understand Colors".
~ Frank Herbert
Retreat sounds at 1700 signifying the end of the official duty day and the lowering of the
flag. Individuals outdoors and in uniform should face the flag or the music if the flag is not
visible, and stand at parade rest during the sounding of Retreat. At the first note of the
national anthem, come to attention and salute, holding the position until the last note of the
anthem is sounded.
If in civilian clothing, both military members and civilians should take the same actions as
in uniform, with a few exceptions: Men will remove their hats with their right hand and hold
it at the left shoulder with the right hand over the heart. Men without hats and women stand
at attention and place their right hand over their heart. All vehicles should come to a stop,
individuals should get out of their cars and stand at attention and remain so until the last note
has ended.
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Upcoming Training: Did you Know?
The speed limit for outbound traffic exiting
 FRG Training is scheduled for the Daleville, Enterprise, and Faulkner Gates SPEED LIMIT
16 June in Bldg. 5700, Rm will soon change to 30 MPH. Speed limit for CHANGES
371F from 0800 – 1200. outbound traffic exiting at the Newton and
Register by calling (334) 255-
Ozark Gates will soon change to 20 MPH. For your safety and for safety
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of our Access Control Point Security Guards, please watch y our speed
Upcoming Events: and drive safely as you enter and exit post.
 20 May – Newcomer’s Welcome
at The Landing from 0830 –
1030.
Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey
 24 May – EFMP Information &
Support Group in The Landing (APLSS)
Zone at 9 am. Topic: TRICARE
and Extended Care Health Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey, is a
Options (ECHO) benefits and comprehensive survey program that is administered
services. by the Office of the U.S. Army Surgeon General.
The survey focuses on issues ranging from how the
 26 May – Memorial Day
Ceremony at Veterans Park provider communicated with the patient during the
(beside Daleville Gate) from visit to questions about access to care, cleanliness of
1500 – 1600 the facility and courtesy of the staff. Patients are randomly mailed a
letter asking them to complete a brief questionnaire regarding their care
 27 May – Day of No Scheduled at Lyster Army Health Clinic (LAHC).
Activity (DONSA)
 28 May – Lake Fest and BOSS There are three different ways a patient can fill out the questionnaire.
Car Show at West Beach, Lake The first is a short-form survey that uses a toll-free number and a voice
Tholocco starting at 12 Noon. response system. The second method is utilizing a two page written
survey. The third method is an Internet based survey where the patients
 30 May -- Memorial Day Pool
Party at SPLASH! From 10-6pm
can log in with a username and password, which is provided for the
with live entertainment from 12 patient in the letter sent to them about the survey. The confidential
– 4pm. results of this survey are processed and trends are noted that provide
immediate feedback for the leadership of LAHC as well as the Office of
 4 June – FRCSC “No Limit Texas the U.S. Army Surgeon General.
Hold’em Tournament at Silver
Wings Golf Course. (334) 379-
7868 for more information. Why is APLSS important to LAHC? LAHC strives to provide Fort
Rucker Soldiers and their Families healthcare that is „Above the Best.”
 6, 7 & 9 June – AFTB Level II in The monetary gain received by LAHC for maintaining a greater than
Bldg. 5700, Rm 371F from 5 – 90% approval rating is turned around and used to benefit healthcare
8:30 pm. Register by calling
beneficiaries seeking care at LAHC.
(334) 255-AFTB.
 11 & 12 June – Wakeboarading So the next time you get an APLSS letter in the mail, please take a few
Competition at West Beach, Lake minutes to fill out the survey, so LAHC can ensure you are providing
Tholocco beginning at 0800. the best care they can provide.
Free to enter and open to the
public. (334) 255-4305.
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Using Credit Wisely – Debt Management, Credit Reports & Scores
A recent survey conducted by the FINRA Investor Education
Foundation revealed several disturbing trends among military and
civilian respondents:
 Over 1/3 of military respondents reported facing difficulties
in covering monthly expenses and paying bills
 Only ½ of the respondents have “rainy day” funds set aside
for unanticipated financial emergencies
 More than one in five respondents reported engaging in
alternative borrowing methods (such as payday loans, pawn
shops, and tax refund advances)
 And over ¼ of credit card holders report owing more than
$10,000 in credit card debt.
Financial problems have a direct impact on mission and family
readiness. If you or others are struggling with managing your
personal debt, make it a point to attend this event. RSVP nlt
20 May to Edwin.burden@us.army.mil.
The Department of Defense‟s (Do) off-duty, voluntary education programs
constitute one of the largest continuing education programs in the world.
Each year about 300,000 service members enroll in postsecondary courses
leading to associate, bachelors, masters, and doctorate degrees. Service
members are also afforded opportunities to earn college credits for learning
that has taken place outside the traditional classroom. This is accomplished
through programs such as college-level equivalency testing, assessment of
prior learning, assessment of military training, independent study, and
distance learning.
A service member‟s participation in DoD-supported continuing education programs begin with a visit to an
installation center. At these centers, education officers and counselors present members with an extensive
menu of options, provide details about specific programs, help members design courses of study, and
accomplish administrative tasks to ensure that service members receive maximum exposure to and benefits
from available programs. For more information visit
http://apps.mhf.dod.mil/pls/psgprod/f?p=VOLED:HOME:0.
Fort Rucker Amy Education Center is located in Bldg. 5700, and can be reached by calling (334) 255-2378.
Making Your Next Move easier – Are you moving? Moving and traveling for the
military can be confusing to both young and experienced service and family members.
Military One Source will ensure that you make smart financial decisions, plan a smooth
move, and receive all of your allowances and entitlements. Contact us 24/7 by phone at
1-800-342-9647, by email, or use the resources at
http://www.militaryonesource.com/MOS/FindInformation/Category.aspx?NoCookieCTI
=1&CategoryID=141 to research and organize your move.
Fort Rucker‟s Relocation office is located in Bldg. 5700, Rm 193, and can be reached by
calling (334) 255-3735.

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Moving Ranger – Coloring book to assist kids with the stress of
moving
To spear head the initiative of communication and outreach with the Army Housing office, they are debuting
the Moving Ranger coloring book. This interactive learning tool is to involve children in the PCS process.
By defining new outreach markets Army Housing hopes to make the moving process one step easier for our
Soldiers & Families. This coloring book provides information for parents on the proper procedures on
moving and showcases the green programs that the Housing Services Office provides.
TRICARE TV
TRICARE beneficiaries who want to learn more about their health
care plan and how it works can get short, relevant tips once a month
with the launch of TRICARE TV. The videos are short and easy to
follow, ranging in length from two-to-four minutes. The first episode
called „What is TRICARE?” gives beneficiaries an overview of TRICARE health care plans and some
of the special programs offered. To view TRICARE TV, beneficiaries can visit TRICARE‟s YouTube
channel at www.youtube.com/TRICAREHealth or www.tricare.mil/mediacenter.
To sign up for TRICARE e-mail updates go to www.tricare.mil/subscriptions.
Local Community Events
http://www.alabamajubilee.net/
Sinfonia First “Bravo Beat 5K” Run
Lace up your shoes and run for the arts on Saturday, 21 May in Sinfonia Gulf
Coast‟s inaugural bravo! beat 5K run/walk. Proceeds will benefit Sinfonia‟s Music
Education Fund to continue live music and guest artists in the schools of Walton
and Okaloosa Counties.
The race will take place at The Village of Baytowne Wharf Miramar Beach, Florida Sinfonia Gulf Coast,
Destin, Fl 32550. For more information call (850) 269-7229.